As - Augustus (TVRIASO) (2 BC - 14 AD) front As - Augustus (TVRIASO) (2 BC - 14 AD) back
As - Augustus (TVRIASO) (2 BC - 14 AD) photo
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As - Augustus TVRIASO 2 BC - 14 AD

 
Bronze 15.2 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Turiaso (Tarraconensis)
Emperor
Augustus (Caius Octavius) (27 BC - 14 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
2 BC - 14 AD
Value
As (1⁄16)
Currency
Denarius (49 BC to AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
15.2 g
Diameter
28 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#287502
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Oak wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MVN
TVRIASO

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, on one side, and a depiction of a bull on the other. This symbolism represents the strength and power of the Roman Empire during Augustus' reign.